How much does Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Minnesota?
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy · CPT 29881 · State: Minnesota
In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,172, with most between $1,032 and $3,934 ($2,983 cash/self-pay). Based on 75 Minnesota hospitals — 12% lower than the national typical of $3,587. Hospital list charges run about $4,337 (1.4× higher).
Source: medians across 75 Minnesota hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.
Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Minnesota — FAQs
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy is about $3,172, with most between $1,032 and $3,934, based on 75 Minnesota hospitals. That's 12% lower than the national typical of $3,587.
How much does a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy cost without insurance in Minnesota?
Cash or self-pay prices for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Minnesota run around $2,983. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $4,337), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.
Why is my Minnesota hospital bill for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy so high?
Minnesota hospital "list" charges for a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy run about $4,337 — roughly 1.4× the $3,172 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.
Can I negotiate the cost of a Knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy in Minnesota?
Yes. If a Minnesota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $3,172), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Minnesota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.
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